Here are a few things you should know if you are thinking about remodeling your home. The first step is to contact the Planning Division. Then, submit 4 sets of plans with a contractor's cost (valuation) of the job.

Plans should include the following general information:

Owner's name

Name of person responsible for drawings

Sheet index

Scope of work - Full description of what you are doing

Address of project - Where it is occurring

A site/plot map - building info, lot size, building sq. feet

How it will be built - see details list below

Green Building Schedule and Checklists

Details:

Two sets of the required plans must include a stamp and wet signature of architect and/or engineer of record

Two copies of Structural calculations and soils reports, if applicable

A foundation plan

Roof & floor framing plans

Construction cross-sections

Appropriate floor plans, including electrical plan

Minimum paper size is 11" X 17"

If you are adding floor area, 2 sets of energy calculations are required.

If your work costs $1,000.00 or more, battery operated smoke detectors are needed in halls and bedrooms.

If your work costs $1,000.00 or more, a carbon monoxide detector is required on each floor level.

Plans should be clear and legible, and drawn to scale.

You can draw the plans yourself or hire a contractor, building designer or architect.